Eager to please

Thursday

Nov 21, 2013 at 12:01 AM

As the door opened, we were greeted with a smile and soothing music in the background. We asked to sit at the sushi bar since we wanted to see how fresh the fish looked in the case. Unfortunately, you cannot see the sushi chef prepare the fish as the case is too tall.

The Record

As the door opened, we were greeted with a smile and soothing music in the background. We asked to sit at the sushi bar since we wanted to see how fresh the fish looked in the case. Unfortunately, you cannot see the sushi chef prepare the fish as the case is too tall.

We were handed a, well, lengthy menu that took some time to sort through, but well worth the effort. Specials were on a board near the sushi bar.

We ordered a golden shrimp roll ($7.95), which was larger than average, flavors were fresh and appealing on the plate. This roll could easily be split between two people. Next was a spicy tuna hand roll ($3.95). Not as spicy as expected but, still the flavor was good and the nori was crisp, not chewy. Midway through dinner our server suggested miso soup - which by the way, was very good. We couldn't leave without trying one more item, the panko calamari strips ($7.95) with tarter sauce. The calamari was hot, crisp and, again, a very generous portion.

For it being midweek, the restaurant had a good crowd. Some of the customers are regulars as wait staff were calling some of the diners by name.

This is a casual, relaxed sushi restaurant and somewhat reminiscent of "Cheers" - you remember the TV show "Cheers," where everyone knows your name! The locals must have caught on to this place.

The establishment was kept very clean and full of friendly staff, from the front door to the behind the sushi bar.

On the way out, we learned they are planning a patio by next summer, this will be a great addition. All-in-all a pleasant experience and worth adding to your restaurant line-up!